Little Palm Island in Little Torch Key
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28500 Overseas Hwy., Little Torch Key, FL 33042Little Palm Island in Little Torch Key has recorded 16 inspections with 126 total violations between June 2021 and March 2026, averaging 7.9 violations per inspection—significantly higher than Florida's statewide average of 5.2. High-priority violations have been documented across nearly every inspection, with recurring patterns including employee health policy violations (cited 4 times), management awareness failures (cited in 5 inspections), handwashing violations (cited in 5 inspections), approved food source violations (cited in 12 inspections), and proper cooking temperature violations (cited in 3 inspections). The facility has not experienced an emergency closure. The most recent inspection on March 24, 2026 identified 12 violations including high-priority findings in management awareness, approved food source, and handwashing facilities, resulting in a Warning Issued disposition.
Summary generated from Florida DBPR public inspection records.
Little Palm Island in Little Torch Key: Comparison to Monroe County Averages
Little Palm Island in Little Torch Key: Full Inspection History — DBPR (18)
— 3 inspections11 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (3 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— 2 inspections11 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 5 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 1 inspection10 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 10 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 1 inspection4 violations · 3 high priority
— Food-Licensing Inspection· 4 violations (3 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 1 inspection7 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (6 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 5 inspections27 violations · 20 high priority
— Routine - Food· 7 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 8 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 0 violations · Call Back - Complied
No violations recorded for this inspection.
— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— Routine - Food· 6 violations (5 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 3 inspections10 violations · 6 high priority
— Routine - Food· 1 violations · Call Back - Extension given, pending
Basic Violations
— Routine - Food· 5 violations (4 high priority)· Warning Issued
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— Routine - Food· 4 violations (2 high priority)· Warning Issued
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Basic Violations
— 1 inspection9 violations · 8 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (8 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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— 1 inspection9 violations · 7 high priority
— Routine - Food· 9 violations (7 high priority)· Inspection Completed - No Further Action
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Little Palm Island in Little Torch Key: Frequently Asked Questions
- When was Little Palm Island in Little Torch Key last inspected?
- Little Palm Island in Little Torch Key was last inspected by Florida DBPR on June 10, 2026. The result was: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- What are the most common violations at Little Palm Island in Little Torch Key?
- The most frequently cited violations at Little Palm Island in Little Torch Key are: Approved food source, Consumer advisory, Management awareness.
- How many health inspections has Little Palm Island in Little Torch Key had?
- Little Palm Island in Little Torch Key has had 18 inspections on record with Florida DBPR, averaging 7.3 violations per inspection, above the statewide average of 5.2.
- What did the most recent inspection of Little Palm Island in Little Torch Key find?
- Little Palm Island in Little Torch Key was most recently inspected on June 10, 2026 with 6 violation(s). Disposition: Inspection Completed - No Further Action.
- Has Little Palm Island in Little Torch Key ever been shut down?
- No, Little Palm Island in Little Torch Key has no emergency closures on record with Florida DBPR.
- What does Florida violation V10 (Approved food source) mean?
- Violation 10 (Approved food source) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/10.
- What does Florida violation V16 (Proper cooking temps) mean?
- Violation 16 (Proper cooking temps) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/16.
- What does Florida violation V21 (Time as control) mean?
- Violation 21 (Time as control) is classified as a high priority violation under Florida DBPR food safety regulations. See the full explanation at floridafoodsafety.org/violation/21.
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Editorial Standards & Data Oversight
Data Source: This report is based on official public inspection records from the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR) and the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS).
Editorial Process: Content generated using AI to synthesize complex regulatory data, then reviewed and verified for accuracy by our editorial team.
Disclaimer: All data reflects official state records at time of publication. Facilities may have since corrected cited violations, resolved enforcement actions, or changed ownership.
Editor: All content reviewed and verified by Christopher F. Nesbitt, Sr., Nationally Registered EMT & BU-trained Paralegal.
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